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List of Phobias: From Common to Rare

January 15, 2019 Kendra Cherry Comments Off

Everyone has fears, but when these fears become so overwhelming that they interfere with normal functioning they become known as phobias. A specific phobia is defined in the DSM-5 as an intense fear or anxiety […]

What’s Your State’s Biggest Phobia?

October 25, 2017 Kendra Cherry Comments Off

What is the biggest phobia that you face? Phobias are one of the most common types of mental disorders. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, around 12.5% of U.S. adults experience symptoms of […]

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